It may be surprising that some watch brands today have a relatively short history. There are others however that trace their history back centuries. We’ve compiled a list of the top 10 oldest watch brands and a peek at what keeps them ticking. The Top 10 Oldest Watch Brands Here are 10 of the oldest watch…
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Last year, we published a list of the oldest watch brands. We capped it at the Top 10, and we tried to keep the list as recognizable as possible – the oldest famous watch brands, focusing on those still independently operated. But it seems that list was incomplete. And as commenters chimed in with their other…
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The holiday season has flown by this year, and we’ve been decking our halls (and your wrists, ears, fingers,necks, etc.) with delight since Black Friday. We’re open tonight until the last customer has found the perfect something sparkly to slide under the tree, but tomorrow, we’ll be closed to spend the day with our families.…
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When it comes to spotting fake watches, we love a good watch bust as much as the next jeweler. Especially when it saves us a few thousand dollars – oh yes, even we’ve been burned by really good fakes. But the painful sting of realizing we just bought a Fauxlex taught us to be vigilant,…
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One of the most notable swimming watches available is the Ulysse Nardin El Toro Men’s Watch 326-00/3. This beautiful wrist piece comes with a GMT +/- Perpetual Calendar, an 18 karat rose gold case, a silver dial, a 43mm case dimension, and an automatic self-winding chronometer held on the hand with an alligator/crocodile leather black strap.…
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It has come to our attention in the recent weeks that Rolex is redesigning the Rolex Presidential yet again. Currently the Rolex Presidential is being produced in a multitude of sizes, ladies, midsize, 36mm (mens but now unisex) and the Day-Date II in 41mm. The rumor is that Rolex is going to discontinue the 36mm…
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There is no shortage of sports watches on the market, but some brands stand towering above the rest when it comes to performance and aesthetic appeal. While some of these brands come with a high price point, others are priced to sell and are readily available. When you’re shopping for the perfect sports watch, be…
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One of our favorite luxury watch brands, Jaeger-Lecoultre, is going good again. You know we love to see fellow jewelers and watchmakers giving back to causes they believe in, and Jager LeCoultre has a long history of corporate giving. After supporting the RED foundation for a Sotheby’s fundraising auction, JLC is turning its gaze towards…
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There are celebrities that you love and celebrities that you hate. However, you cannot deny that you want to know what they are wearing. They are trendsetters and perhaps you want to copy their look. While dresses and shoes make these celebrities stylish, there is one accessory that will never go out of fashion and…
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Around here we’re big fans of horology history. While our fabulous diamond engagement rings (especially our newest Verragio additions) tend to get top billing on our Facebook, Instagram and Tumblr accounts, we never neglect our watches here in the showroom. Our luxury watches fill an entire wall and then some of showcases, with pre owned…
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One of the world’s premier watchmakers is teaming up with a Swiss museum and the Film Society of Lincoln Center to honor the life and legacy of a Hollywood pioneer. Jaeger-LeCoultre will celebrate the centennial anniversary of Charlie Chaplin’s most beloved character, “Little Tramp”, with the “Chaplin Forever!” Exhibition from April 25th to May 4th…
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Watches can be a lucrative part of the jewelry and valuables resale market. Jewelry sellers who are knowledgeable about which brands tend to maintain their value over time have an advantage over the general public and less informed buyers. There are any number of reasons why someone might be looking to unload one or more…
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Even with these tough economic times, many used watches have actually increased in value, making them a way to make money. But what watches are sure to improve with age, while some depreciate rapidly? And why do people sell their watches in the first place?
Gold has been one of the most important metals in all of human history. As far back as the ancient Egyptians, gold bars were used as a store of wealth for the middle class and nobility, and many currencies, including the Roman Denarii and other ancient currencies, were made using precious metals like gold. More…
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An enduring part of human culture is on the return, confirming that time, and the sophisticated jewelry that shows it to us, is everlasting. Just when we thought cell phones had replaced wrist watches entirely, we are rediscovering the timeless, stylish convenience that watches provide. The days of scrambling through pockets and purses to retrieve…
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